Shanti Indian

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Shanti Indian
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A-L-R-2-047
C. annuum
~500
Mild (1–1,000 SHU)
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The Shanti Indian is a mild chili of the species C. annuum, measuring about 500 SHU — milder than a jalapeño. It belongs to C. annuum, the most widely cultivated pepper species, spanning everything from sweet bell peppers to jalapeños, cayennes, and poblanos. Its pods ripen red, take a long/tapered form, with medium thick flesh, and grow pendant on the plant. The plant grows to 24–30 inches tall. Its flowers are solid white/cream, its foliage is green leaves. It is recorded as originating in India / South Asia.

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How hot is the Shanti Indian?

The Shanti Indian measures about 500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a mild pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

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